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Awesomely: meaning, definitions and examples

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awesomely

 

[ ˈɔːsəmli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

general use

Awesomely is used to describe something that is done in an inspiringly excellent or impressive manner. It is often used to express enthusiasm or admiration for something remarkable.

Synonyms

fantastically, impressively, incredibly, remarkably

Examples of usage

  • The band played awesomely at the concert last night.
  • She awesomely completed the marathon in record time.
  • His awesomely creative ideas won the competition.

Translations

Translations of the word "awesomely" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incrivelmente

🇮🇳 शानदार तरीके से

🇩🇪 großartig

🇮🇩 dengan luar biasa

🇺🇦 чудово

🇵🇱 niesamowicie

🇯🇵 素晴らしく

🇫🇷 incroyablement

🇪🇸 increíblemente

🇹🇷 harika bir şekilde

🇰🇷 놀랍게도

🇸🇦 رائع بشكل

🇨🇿 úžasně

🇸🇰 úžasne

🇨🇳 令人惊讶地

🇸🇮 neverjetno

🇮🇸 frábærlega

🇰🇿 керемет түрде

🇬🇪 შესანიშნავად

🇦🇿 mükəmməl şəkildə

🇲🇽 increíblemente

Etymology

The word 'awesomely' is derived from the adjective 'awesome', which has its roots in the Old English word 'ege', meaning 'fear' or 'terror', with a shift towards a more positive connotation over time. The term 'awesome' emerged in the English language in the late 16th century, initially used to describe something that inspires awe or wonder, often in a more serious or reverential context. By the 1980s, the term began to be used more vividly in popular culture, particularly among young people, to express admiration and excitement. Consequently, the adverb 'awesomely' developed as a way to describe actions or qualities that are done in a manner that elicits awe or amazement. This evolution reflects a broader cultural shift where the experience of wonder has become associated with everyday life, making 'awesomely' a common expression of positivity in contemporary language.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,300, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.